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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a significant milestone for Goa University, its women’s football team has secured a spot in the All India Inter University Football Women Championships 2024-25, set to take place at GNA University in Phagwara, Punjab, from January 11 to 16, 2025. This achievement was celebrated with a kit distribution and farewell function held on January 6, 2025, at the Sports Section of Goa University. The event was attended by key figures including Mr. Balachandra Jadar, Assistant Director of Physical Education, Mr. Krishna Parsekar, Assistant Sports Officer, along with the team’s Coach, Mr. Ryan Pereira, and Assistant Coach,…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a landmark event for Goa’s sporting landscape, the inaugural BPS Open Pickleball Championship 2025, held at the BPS Sports Club in Margao from January 5-7, 2025, saw Nihaal Borkar, Nishad Shevde, and Simran Bundela etch their names in the state’s pickleball history. This three-day tournament, organized in collaboration with the Goa Pickleball Association and the All India Pickleball Association (AIPA), drew an impressive 123 participants across various age groups and categories. Nihaal Borkar emerged as a standout performer, securing a remarkable treble by winning the men’s 35+ singles, 35+ men’s doubles, and 35+ mixed doubles categories.…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: For the last quarter of the current fiscal year, which runs from January to March 31, 2025, the state administration has imposed budgetary constraints on every agency. The goal of the action is to reduce wasteful revenue expenditure, set aside money for development initiatives, and guarantee that preparations are made for paying arrears and updated salaries. Every department must implement a 25% reduction in budgetary revenue expenditure, excluding interest payments, debt repayments, salaries, and pensions, according to an office letter released by the Under Secretary (Finance) on Tuesday. Additionally, with the exception of flagship government programs, departments…

Margao: The much-anticipated Food & Cultural Festival 2025 culminated in a spectacular celebration of Goa’s rich heritage, diverse cultural, and unparalleled culinary treasures. Organized by the Department of Tourism, the three-day extravaganza, held at Costa/Dukle Properties, Margao, brought together locals and visitors to revel in the unique charm of Goa. The grand finale was a magnificent celebration of Goa’s cultural vibrancy. The day began with a captivating dance act by the Goan Image Dance Troop, followed by a dazzling singing performance by Rajesh Madgaonkar and Gautami Hede with their troupe. Adding to the excitement was another vibrant dance performance by…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The All Goa Badminton Tournament concluded with an exhilarating finale at the Government Primary School floodlit court in Saligao, showcasing a unique blend of youth, veteran, and female players competing together. The tournament, sponsored by Krishna Mhaloji and organized by Adarsh Yuvak Sangh, Saligao, saw Bunty, Siraj, and Rifa emerge as the champions after a hard-fought battle. Champions Emerge in a Hard-Fought Battle Bunty, Siraj, and Rifa secured the top spot in the All Goa Badminton Tournament, held at the Government Primary School floodlit court in Saligao. The winning team outplayed their opponents, Swapnil, Nilesh, and Malaika,…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: Stating patience is the only way to succeed in life, Sports and Arts & Culture Minister Govind Gawde said, it equally requires the will-poweer to bear insults. Minister Govind Gawde was speaking as the chief guest at the Inaugurations of the Multi-purpose sports Ground, Smart Classroom, and a Hi-Tech Computer Lab at Shri Mallikarjuna Vidyalaya of Centru Promotor de Instrucao, a century old educational institute at Char-Rasta, Canacona. Speaking further Gawde said, ‘Dreams should be seen daily and efforts should be made to fulfill those dreams. Mere dreaming is not sufficient. In order to fulfill the dream,…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Transport Minister Mauvin Godinho declared that the Center has consented to alter the Motor Vehicles Act (MVA) to prolong the expired driving license renewal term from one year to two years, and that Goa’s request to construct Driving Training Centers (DTCs) throughout the State has been approved. Speaking to reporters following a meeting of the Council of Transport Ministers, which was presided over by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, Godinho clarified that DTCs, a central government initiative, are intended to promote safe and skilled driving practices by offering structured training to both private and commercial drivers. Goa was…